…improving. Of particular concern are longer fire seasons, the rising size and severity of wildfires, and the expanding risk to communities, natural resources, and firefighters. “The challenges before us require…
China Files WTO Complaint over U.S. Solar Tariffs
…earlier trade disputes. One Chinese executive told Reuters that U.S. solar tariffs were a “sideshow” and had little effect on Chinese business. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
FDA Extends FSMA Compliance
…small businesses, those with sales totaling less than $2.5 million, from the requirements applicable to qualified facilities until the fall of 2020. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Answer Upcoming NASS Survey; It Impacts Your Bottom Line
The confidential crop survey from the National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) will be arriving in the mailboxes of Southern farmers soon, and it is very important that recipients take the…
Tariffs Could Cost Fruit and Nuts $3 Billion
…U.S. agricultural commodities in important export markets, which could hurt U.S. farmers. A new report released by the University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources’ Agricultural Issues Center estimates the…
Water Works: Moving Toward Better Water Stability
…of available water supplies. Conservation, efficiency, and recycling will each play a role in California’s water stability in the future. The State Water Resources Control Board reported that statewide water…
U.S., Mexico, Close to Reaching NAFTA Deal
…when it comes to dairy. The U.S. is hoping to remove Canada’s dairy supply management system as part of the NAFTA talks. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Farm Export Prices Post Large Declines in July
…goods with tariffs. All exports, including non-agricultural items, however, remained unchanged in July, along with no change in prices of U.S. imports. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
USDA Partners to Improve Rural Water and Wastewater Infrastructure in 23 States
…to maintain, modernize or build water and wastewater systems. Learn more about the grants and the projects receiving funding online at https://www.rd.usda.gov/. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
APHIS Finalizes Conditions for Paying Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Indemnity
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is issuing a final rule outlining the conditions under which USDA will pay indemnity to farms affected…
USDA Adds New Tools, Resources to Farmers.gov to Aid Producers
Agricultural producers have new resources available to them to prepare for and recover from impacts of natural disasters on the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) new website, farmers.gov. The site…
Beets – Nutritious, Delicious, and Healthy for You
…used as a natural coloring agent. They also exude health benefits, can be used for a wide array of purposes and can bring great flavor to any dish. Beets contain…
China: U.S. Agriculture May Never Bounce Back
…for animal feeds. China is the world’s biggest importer of soybeans, which it uses to make cooking oil, biodiesel and livestock feed. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
NCBA Calls R-CALF Effort an Attack on Beef Checkoff
…against R-CALF, which NCBA says its activists allies are “aligned with the Humane Society of the United States and other anti-agriculture organizations.” Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….